Karen Trainor
About Karen Trainor
Karen Trainor is a lawyer based in Brisbane, AU and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ since 2010. Karen Trainor is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Brisbane, Australia
- Climate Change Law
- Mining Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Planning and Environmental Law
Current Firm: Clayton Utz
Location: Brisbane, AU
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